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  • 2.00 Credits

    Intended to teach the student to use a programmable logic controller. The student will develop ladder diagram solutions for specific applications and produce a corresponding programmable controller program. A programmable controller will be used to verify the solution.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is the study of the methods used to transmit and receive information electronically, over a distance. Various analog and digital modulation and coding schemes, utilizing a variety of transmission methods, will be examined and analyzed. Information capacity, bandwidth, error rate, transmission reliability, advantages, and disadvantages will be studied for each of the telecommunication schemes. Topics covered include telecommunications methods currently in use for audio, video, and data transmission. The course will give the student a broad background in telecommunication circuits.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course is a study of linear and digital integrated circuits. The operational amplifier is studied in a variety of applications. The student will be introduced to a wide variety of integrated circuits and will use a number of these circuits in the laboratory.
  • 3.00 Credits

    ENG 099 is designed for students whose writing placement test score indicates that preparatory writing skills would prove beneficial for successful completion of college level courses. An intensive exploration of the writing process, ENG 099 emphasizes multiple reading comprehension strategies alongside composition practices such as prewriting strategies, revising multiple drafts, and editing final drafts. Assignments focus upon reading applications to develop college-level essays with accurate grammar and sentence structure.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed for students whose writing placement test score indicates that preparatory writing skills would prove beneficial for successful completion of college-level courses. These skills include the abilities to utilize the writing process to generate college essays, to revise independently, to identify weaknesses and strengths, and to compose a logically organized, grammatically accurate 500+ word essay. An intensive exploration of the writing process, ENG 100 emphasizes prewriting, revising multiple drafts, and editing final drafts. The essays written in ENG 100 are evaluated for content and mechanics.
  • 3.00 Credits

    In English 105--Research and Composition, students write essays, incorporate and integrate primary and secondary sources into their own writing, and master library skills. Students strive for sound logic, effective use of details, appropriate diction, and correct grammar and mechanics. Students study models of good writing, including student essays and professionally written essays.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Literature is creative, imaginative verbal art. This course introduces literature and literary studies. Through a survey of literature depicting a wide range of human experience, it introduces concepts useful for analyzing and interpreting fiction, poetry, and drama. It considers relevant, credible resources as it examines relationships between literary significance and social position, inequality, cultural contexts, and political power.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Presents fundamental concepts of English as used in the workforce. Emphasizes writing technical reports, memoranda, resumes and business letters. Students compose reports pertaining to various aspects of their chosen careers. Oral reporting is included.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Focuses on the composition of creative non-fiction in several rhetorical modes (portrait, reportage, review, epistle, memoir, humor, lecture, valediction, etc.) to develop voice and master grammar and mechanics. Students analytical skills and creativity are enhanced through the study of good models of writing by professionals from a variety of fields.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to develop students' speechwriting and presentation abilities while increasing self-confidence and interpersonal skills appropriate in academic, work, and community settings. It addresses basic theories of public speaking but emphasizes practice through several types of speaking situations: formal, informal, mediated, and impromptu. Students learn how to prepare an effective presentation employing outlines, research, visual aids, and technology. In addition, students develop critical listening and analysis skills while completing self and peer reviews and critiquing renowned speakers' performances. Students also examine speaking rights, cultural diversity, and ethical responsibilities through written reactions and reflections.
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